Sarhan Basem

Sarhan Basem is Brussels Morning's Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful commentary and in-depth coverage. Beyond the world of journalism, Sarhan is an avid traveler, exploring new cultures and cuisines, and enjoys unwinding with a good book or indulging in outdoor adventures whenever possible.
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Officers injured in ammonia attack during Brussels robbery

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Two off-duty police officers in Brussels intervened during a robbery on Wildewoudstraat at 7:15…

Genk’s first-grade fight sparks police involvement: School’s response

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A serious fight among first-grade students at a school led to police involvement. The…

St. Michael’s Church: Ghent’s overlooked gem with 134m tower plans

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Saint Michael's Church in Ghent, originally planned to have a 134-meter tower, now stands…

Vilvoorde fire above Butcher shop: No injuries, 3 families displaced

Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A fire above a butcher shop caused damage but no injuries. Mayor Hans Bonte…

EU Council updates design laws for digital era

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Council strive to improve the safety of industrial designs in the…

Annick De Ridder: Antwerp’s escalator woes won’t be fixed until 2026

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Flemish Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder (N-VA) criticized poor conditions at pre-metro stations, stating…

Brussels offers €300 bike discounts for Youth: Alderman Dhondt’s vision

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Brussels is offering a €300 discount to young people aged 16-18 for buying bikes…

Hasselt Transforms 4,000 square meters of Concrete into Green Oasis with 80 Trees

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Hasselt is converting urban spaces by removing 4,000 square meters of concrete to create…

Vilvoorde’s fire department moves to €12.73M modern station by Tom Van Esbroeck

Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The fire department in Flemish Brabant West is relocating to a new station at…

Lotte Louise store burgled: Thieves steal over €1M in Knokke-Heist 

Knokke-Heist (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Thieves broke into Lotte Louise's luxury store in Knokke-Heist on 7th October, stealing over…

EU parliament warns against Georgia’s democratic decline

Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - MEPs consider that the current democratic reversal in Georgia places the country's integration…

European Commission approves €865 million for digital networks

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Commission to invest €865 million to support fast and secure digital connectivity…

Leuven Hosts World Cup Gravel Event: €6,500 Bike Wash & New Trails

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Leuven hosted a World Cup Gravel event, highlighting the rising popularity of gravel and…

Mechelen’s Ragheno site: 120 Hectares into Marcel Garden, led by Greet Geypen

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Ragheno site in Mechelen, covering 120 hectares, will become Marcels Garden. Developer MG…

Bilzen launches new sports stand for 277 fans and multi-sport hall

Bilzen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A new stand in Bilzen will accommodate 277 fans with 162 seats, 110 standing…

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